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Comorbidity of central auditory processing disorder and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
C A Riccio1, G W Hynd, M J Cohen
1Center for Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology, University of Georgia, Athens 30602.
Summary
Children with central auditory processing disorder (CAPD) show a high incidence of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). While not all CAPD cases meet ADHD criteria, language impairments are common, suggesting significant overlap.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental disorders
- Pediatric audiology
- Child psychology
Background:
- Children with ADHD often exhibit difficulties in central auditory processing.
- This has led to questions about whether ADHD and CAPD are a single disorder.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence of ADHD in children diagnosed with CAPD.
- To explore the relationship between CAPD and other behavioral and cognitive disorders.
Main Methods:
- Assessed 30 children meeting diagnostic criteria for CAPD.
- Utilized various assessment measures, teacher rating scales, and parent interviews.
Main Results:
- 50% of the CAPD sample met ADHD criteria, significantly higher than the general population.
- Impaired language abilities were prevalent in the entire sample.
- No significant differences were found in cognitive, auditory, or language measures between subgroups.
Conclusions:
- Findings support the need for interdisciplinary collaboration among professionals.
- Highlights the significant overlap between language and behavioral difficulties in children with CAPD.